Canada Summer Jobs - Shelter Assistant

The Salvation Army (Canada)

Base: $18.50 to $23.13 ph; bonus/equity: not speci...
Frontline social service experience
Ability to handle erratic behavior
Willingness to work shifts
This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program and requires meeting specific age and legal status criteria

Job Summary

  • This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program and requires meeting specific age and legal status criteria.
  • The role involves providing in-room support with laundry, meal prep, and accompanying tenants to appointments as outlined in their personal plans.
  • Incumbents must demonstrate respect, maintain confidentiality, and be prepared to work in environments involving exposure to bodily fluids, drugs, and alcohol.

Matching Summary

This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program and requires meeting specific age and legal status criteria.

Salary

Base: $18.50 to $23.13 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Frontline social service experience
  • Ability to handle erratic behavior
  • Willingness to work shifts
  • Strong empathy for vulnerable populations
  • Physical ability to lift 30 pounds

Nice-to-have

  • Non-Violent Crisis Training certification
  • CPR and First Aid certification
  • Understanding of diverse cultural backgrounds
  • Experience with personal plan development
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Key Requirements

  • Completion of some high school coursework required
  • Up to one year of related frontline experience
  • Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident status required
  • International students on study permits are not eligible
  • Willingness to complete CPR/First Aid training if hired

Work Rights

Must be Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident

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